Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
urmenetae
ID:
124376

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 9, Bot. n.° 46: 256 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123705



Common Names

  • Helenium
  • Urmenetae
  • Yellow Sneezeweed


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Synonyms

  • Helenium longiaristatum Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Helenium urmenetae urmenetae [unknown]
  • Cephalophora setigera Phil. [unknown]
  • Cephalophora urmenetae Phil. [unknown]

Description

Helenium urmenetae (also called Urmeneta's Sneezeweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Chile. It has linear leaves and yellow flowers. It is usually found in disturbed areas, grasslands, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Helenium urmenetae is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helenium urmenetae var. leguiffei (Phil.) Bierner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helenium urmenetae is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helenium urmenetae is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take 4-6 inch cuttings from the stems and place them in a pot filled with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Helenium urmenetae

Helenium urmenetae is found in the Mediterranean region.

Helenium urmenetae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helenium urmenetae?

Helenium urmenetae

What type of plant is Helenium urmenetae?

It is an annual herbaceous plant.

Where is Helenium urmenetae found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-84842: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.